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Thick slight brown sputum
Hello Docs,Since few days I'm having thick sputum sometimes which is slight brown type.took chest xray which is normal,history of cold 3 weeks back..what can be the reason
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Slight brown sputum suggests infection,need more details of symptoms if any for further guidance
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consult pulmonologist for further guidance
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Hi. I understand your concern. Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and to suggest you further management plan and treatment prescription for the same
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Needed more history..Take a consultation with Pulmonologist for better evaluation and treatment
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Dr. P M Anbumaran
Pulmonologist
12 yrs exp
Chennai
Do a online consultation with a pulmonologist for further evaluation and management
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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar
Pulmonologist
44 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Detailed history is needed. Appears to be Allergic Rhinitis and bronchitis. May be you require antibiotics course.pl consult Pulmonologist online with all the reports and treatment taken.
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